Char Dham Helicopter Yatra for NRIs

For many Indian Nationals like you who are living abroad, it’s often considered a dream to embark on this Spiritual Yatra to Char Dham. To make this dream come true, Aerial tour offers the rewarding opportunity and allows you to explore the cultural and religious heritage of India while enjoying the idyllic landscapes of Uttarakhand.

In this blog, we shall figure out the worries you may seem to have while planning for your pilgrimage trip by air.

We only request you to read this comprehensive guide till the end to have a better understanding and ensure a seamless exploration of Hindu temples situated in the Himalayas.

Essential Entry Requirements:

To start your travel procedure, here are the essential Entry documents that must be needed for visiting India.

Passport:

• You’ll be required to have a valid passport as it acts as a universal proof that verifies your identity.

Visa:

• Along with the passport, an Indian Visa is a must too. It will also be needed for booking your package.

Char Dham Registration:

• Any travelers, either an Indian or an NRI are asked to register themselves first for the Char Dham Yatra through the Uttarakhand govt. Portal. You cannot at any cost skip this due to its requirement in both booking your tickets and before entering the temple Complexes as well.

Registration Process

Let’s now share with you the basic information to register yourself for this sacred pilgrimage. There are two ways of registering, you can either apply for it online or offline.

Online:

• You need to visit the “Uttarakhand Tourism Portal” or download the “Tourist Care Uttarakhand”.
• Fill out the registration form by providing your personal details, uploading your passport copy, and valid contact details.
• On submitting the form, you’ll receive an E-pass, which you will show at several checkpoints throughout the route.

Offline:

For offline, there are numerous registration centres that you’ll be required to visit.

• On arriving in India, visit those centres located at Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Dehradun.
• Submit copies of your passport, visa, and other documents. Then, fill out the form and receive a hard or soft copy of the permit.

Documents Checklist

To enjoy a smooth and effortless Yatra, make sure that you carry all of these:

• A valid Passport
• Print out your Char Dham registration permit
• Booking confirmation of your Helicopter tour
• Payment receipts
• Passport-size photographs
• Recent Health Certificate
• Travel insurance (recommended)

How to Book Your Helicopter Yatra:

Here we are going to share a procedure for booking your helicopter Yatra with us:

• Firstly, visit our specific website and fill out the form to fetch your personal details.
• As soon as we receive your request, one of our team experts will connect with you within 24 hours.
• On connecting, we’ll briefly discuss your preferences and wants and then plan accordingly.
• We’ll then share your tour itinerary.
• Once you say yes to us, we will book your package without any delay by guiding you to make payment easily.

Note: You are given full authorization to customize any of our Helicopter packages to suit your standards or affordability.

Tips for a Smooth Yatra

• Being situated at higher elevations, many people struggle with altitude sickness; therefore, it’s advisable to carry medicines.
• You may not find an ATM after a certain distance, so carry enough Indian currency for small expenses.
• You should also buy a local Indian number for OTPs and Travel Updates.
• It’s not a must to bring biometric registration, but it gets safer.
• You will be required to strictly follow the fixed schedule of your itinerary.
• You must maintain decorum in the queue of the temple.
• Any kind of intoxicant is prohibited in these zones.
• You should also dress modestly and cover your head before entering the temples.
• Do not litter anywhere, and be responsible for the disposal of your waste.

Best Time to Visit for NRIs

For NRI, we profoundly believe May-June and September-October are the best times of the year to undertake this Yatra.

The weather is mostly pleasant and is perfectly fit for the Darshan in the shrines. During the summer (May and June), you will surely enjoy the sunny weather without the presence of scorching sunlight. You can easily enjoy the local sightseeing and other outdoor activities.

Now, during the post-monsoon season, the vicinity around all four temples features thriving landscapes with varieties of flora and fauna, serving the best-ever scenery amidst the snow-capped mountains.

What to Pack?

This section is specially created to help you pack must-have items.

• Pack an ample amount of woollen clothes and thermal innerwear to keep you warm at heights.
• Bring your comfortable trekking shoes with a sound grip as you will be walking on rough and uneven terrains.
• Rain gear must also be brought along with the other luggage.
• First-Aid Kit comprising Bandages, painkillers, ointments, and your prescribed medicines.
• Dry toiletries, wet wipes, and Hand sanitizer for hygiene are also really helpful.
• Carry your high-SPF sunscreen and sunglasses as protection against sunlight.
• You should pack your charger and power banks as well.
• For quick nourishment, bring some dry fruits, protein bars, and snacks.
• You can also bring Pooja items from your hometown.

Conclusion

In this article, we have penned down all the necessary information for NRI to plan their spiritual journey to the Char Dham via helicopter. This pilgrimage, for sure will serve as an uplifting experience in your lives and is a perfect chance to indulge in your cultural roots. Through this Yatra, you’ll get to connect with the Indigenous communities and enjoy the local cuisines at the same time.

It’s believed that this holy expedition promises a great life ahead as well as salvation in the afterlife.

Also Reads on:

• How to Plan Do Dham Yatra by Helicopter?
• How to Plan Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter?